Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts hosts accessibility week with art for all

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts is turning up the creativity and turning down the barriers with its upcoming Accessibility Week, starting July 22. The event aims to make art accessible to everyone in the community through a series of specialized programs.

Patricia Graves, the museum’s Engagement Manager, explained the initiative: “Our regular programming really is focused on the mission of creating art for all and creating a very inclusive space for our community. But this week in particular, or let me say, next week in particular, is our summer accessibility week, and we’re going to be able to provide a couple of additional programs on top of our regular, scheduled programming, to help assist our community in seeing the space as a place for them.”

The week will feature three unique programs.

On Tuesday, the “Art Together” program will cater to guests living with dementia and their caregivers, focusing on connection, engagement, and creativity.

Thursday will offer a program for guests with low vision, including sensory aids and tactile supports.

The week will conclude on Sunday with a drop-in tour featuring ASL interpretation.

Graves emphasized the museum’s commitment to inclusivity: “We want to make sure that we are creating an inclusive space for our community.”

For those interested in participating, more information and registration details can be found on the museum’s website, or by calling their guest services line.

In addition to Accessibility Week, the museum is hosting a family festival celebrating the exhibition “The Long View,” which focuses on recycling and reducing waste.

The festival promises creative projects for all ages.

Graves encouraged families to visit, saying, “These events are going to engage not only in the galleries, but also with some studio activities. So lots of making, lots of creativity, lots of fun.”

With a packed schedule of events, the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts is ready to welcome everyone to enjoy art in a fun and inclusive environment.